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Construction Cost Estimating, Location Factoring, and National Average Cost Data

Job Order Contracting

For example, Estes (2016) found that for a slab-on-grade foundation assembly with 0.1 m (4 inches) thick slab, vapour barrier and welded wire fabric in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States, c oncrete was found to be underestimated by 18% and vapour barrier by as much as 67%. Additionally, assembly costs for 0.1

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4BT OpenCost(TM) Local Market Granular Cost Data an RSmeans Alternative?

Job Order Contracting

For example, Estes (2016) found that for a slab-on-grade foundation assembly with 0.1 m (4 inches) thick slab, vapour barrier and welded wire fabric in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States, concrete was found to be underestimated by 18% and vapour barrier by as much as 67%. Additionally, assembly costs for 0.1

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That Time of Year Again - Revit 2016

Revit OpEd

The media embargo has been lifted for Revit 2016 so we''re beginning to see some information surface on blogs and other sites. Fwiw, people involved with activities that carry an NDA (non-disclosure agreement) aren''t permitted to discuss things they are aware of until their particular agreements are lifted.

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4 Best Dust Masks for Woodworking

Work Gearz

Guoer Reusable Fabric Dust Face Mask 80% polyester 20% spandex, 100% cotton interior Cloth fabric reusable face mask Nose clip adjustable straps –. Best Fabric Reusable Dust Mask for Woodworking . Guoer Reusable Fabric Dust Face Mask. A paper weave, latex, rubber, plastic, fabric, or other? Budget-friendly.

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Revit 2017 - New Features and Enhancements

Revit OpEd

Last year I promised myself (and family) I wouldn't submit for any speaking engagements in the coming year (2016). Autodesk released Revit 2016 R2 like they did with Revit 2015 the year before. We'll see a need for upgrading from 2016 to 2017 files but not from 2016 to 2016 R2 files. Okay, on to the list!

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Louisiana Economic Development Wins Deal of the Year: Bronze Award

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

By the BF Staff From the January/February 2016 Issue. Formosa made good on that pledge by filing administratively complete environmental permits with the state within a month of the project announcement. PROJECT TITLE: FORMOSA PETROCHEMICAL COMPLEX ENTERED BY: LOUISIANA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT. PROJECT IMPACT ESTIMATES. Bobby Jindal.

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Feature Story: Aiming For The Top In Utah

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Gary Herbert insists he has no national political aspirations, but other governors eyeing the White House might want to take a look at his record before they dive into the 2016 race: it will be very hard to top. The Salt Lake City area is a leading hub for advanced aerospace manufacturing and composites fabrication.

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